Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Mood Ring’ – Mood Ring Buddhist Pine works in an:

• Contemporary / Architectural Garden – striking forms for bold design statements.
• Formal Garden – structured, symmetrical design with clipped shapes.
• Coastal Garden – relaxed, seaside feel with hardy, textural plants.

Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Mood Ring’ – Mood Ring Buddhist Pine is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height: 1m - 2m

Mature Width: 80cm - 1.5m

Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Mood Ring’ – Mood Ring Buddhist Pine is expected to grow 15cm - 35cm per year under suitable conditions.

Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Mood Ring’ – Mood Ring Buddhist Pine is expected to grow 15cm - 35cm per year under suitable conditions.

They are considered to have a:

• Slow Growth Rate
• Medium Growth Rate

Is Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Mood Ring’ – Mood Ring Buddhist Pine frost tolerant?

Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Mood Ring’ – Mood Ring Buddhist Pine is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Mood Ring’ produces small inconspicuous flowers during the warmer months, occasionally followed by decorative fruit on mature plants. While flowering is subtle, the plant is primarily valued for its colourful foliage tones and dense evergreen growth habit.

Does Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Mood Ring’ – Mood Ring Buddhist Pine flower?

• No - Doesn't Flower

Flowering Period:

• Not Applicable

Flower Type:

Flower Colour:

No

Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Mood Ring’ – Mood Ring Buddhist Pine is Native to Derived from Asian Podocarpus macrophyllus breeding and ornamental foliage selections.

Its dense evergreen foliage provides valuable shelter and habitat for small birds and beneficial insects throughout the year. The compact branching habit also contributes to biodiversity within ornamental and screening landscape settings.

Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Mood Ring’ – Mood Ring Buddhist Pine will thrive best in:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Mood Ring’ performs best in rich, well-drained loam or sandy soils with a neutral to slightly acidic pH. It will also tolerate a range of general garden soils provided drainage remains reliable. Avoid persistently wet or heavily compacted conditions unless significantly improved, as excess moisture can reduce root health and overall vigour. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then gradually reduce watering as the plant matures.

Is Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Mood Ring’ – Mood Ring Buddhist Pine Drought tolerant?

As a young plant it benefits from regular watering to establish healthy dense growth, particularly during warmer weather. Once established, ‘Mood Ring’ shows good drought tolerance and performs reliably through dry periods, although occasional supplementary watering supports stronger foliage colour and overall vigour.